Kaleesi

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Kaleesi Pronunciation

Kaleesi is pronounced kə-LEE-see /kəˈli.si/Medium

Meaning: Spelling of Khaleesi — an invented Dothraki title in Game of Thrones, 'a queen' (the wife of the khal); a modern coinageLow

In 30 seconds: A queen: Kaleesi spells Khaleesi — the Game of Thrones title, 'a queen'. Bold, modern, and striking (we note its fictional source).

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Origin LowAmerican

MeaningSpelling of Khaleesi — an invented Dothraki title in Game of Thrones, 'a queen' (the wife of the khal); a modern coinage

U.S. rank (2024)#5068 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births26 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2014

Total births (all-time)≈ 333

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Kaleesi is a spelling of Khaleesi — a title invented for the TV/book series Game of Thrones, meaning 'a queen' in the fictional Dothraki language (the wife of the khal). A bold, modern coinage with no traditional root (which we flag honestly).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-queen at the (fictional) root, and striking.

Did you know? Khaleesi is an invented Dothraki title in Game of Thrones, 'a queen' (the wife of the khal) — Kaleesi is a spelling, a bold, modern coinage (we note its fictional origin).

Overall data confidence 45%

References — Khaleesi — fictional coinage

Variations

KhaleesiKaleesyKhalessi

Nicknames

Lee

Themes & Styles

Uncertain American Coinage Pop-culture

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Kaleesi?

Kaleesi is pronounced kə-LEE-see (/kəˈli.si/). Press play above to hear Kaleesi said aloud.

How do you say Kaleesi?

Kaleesi is said kə-LEE-see (/kəˈli.si/). Press play above to hear Kaleesi said aloud.

What does the name Kaleesi mean?

Kaleesi spells Khaleesi — a Game of Thrones title, 'a queen'; we note its fictional source.

Is Kaleesi a boy or girl name?

Kaleesi is a girl's name.

How popular is Kaleesi?

Kaleesi is a rare, recent name in the U.S.